Quantity Surveyor (Decarbonisation) in Royston, Hertfordshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Royston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy job platform is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial aspects of decarbonisation and retrofit projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in Quantity Surveying, strong knowledge of funding frameworks like PAS 2035, and proficiency in JCT/NEC contracts. This role offers a salary of £60,000 plus a car allowance and is based in Royston, Hertfordshire.

Benefits

£6,452 car allowance

Option for electric car allowance of £8,052

Qualifications

• Commercially astute with retrofit or decarbonisation experience.
• Strong knowledge of various funding frameworks.
• Excellent skills in analysis, negotiation, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of retrofit and decarbonisation projects.
• Ensure delivery is cost-effective and financially compliant.
• Manage budgets and report on project performance.
• Negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers.

Skills

Proven Quantity Surveying experience

Knowledge of PAS 2035, ECO4, SHDF

Understanding of JCT/NEC contracts

Proficiency in measurement software and Excel

Analytical and negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

Professional accreditation (RICS or CIOB)

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

Quantity Surveyor – Decarbonisation / Retrofit Projects

Location: Royston, Hertfordshire

Salary: £60,000 + £6,452 car allowance (or £8,052 for electric car)

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all commercial aspects of retrofit and decarbonisation projects, ensuring delivery is cost-effective, financially compliant, and aligned with relevant funding requirements such as PAS 2035, SHDF, and ECO4.

Day-to-day, you will take ownership of:

• Cost planning, procurement, valuations, and final accounts.
• Ensuring commercial compliance and financial control across projects.
• Managing budgets and reporting on project performance.
• Negotiating with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Supporting delivery teams with commercial expertise to ensure successful project outcomes.

About You

We are looking for a commercially astute professional with:

• Proven Quantity Surveying experience, ideally within retrofit, decarbonisation, or energy efficiency projects.
• Strong knowledge of PAS 2035, ECO4, SHDF or similar frameworks/funding requirements.
• Excellent understanding of JCT/NEC contracts.
• Proficiency in measurement software and Microsoft Excel.
• First-class analytical, negotiation, and reporting skills.

Desirable qualifications and experience include:

• Experience working with local authorities, housing associations, or other public sector clients.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (or equivalent).
• Professional accreditation (RICS or CIOB), or working towards.
• Retrofit-specific training such as PAS 2035 knowledge.

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